Trần Tế Xương

Vietnamese poet and satirist

Trần Tế Xương - Vietnamese poet and satirist
Born

August 10th, 1870
154 years ago

Died

1907
118 years ago — 37 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Vietnam

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A significant figure in Vietnamese literature during the late 19th century, this poet contributed to the satirical genre with sharp social commentary. Engaged in the cultural and political discourse of the time, works often highlighted societal issues and reflected the struggles of the common people. Prolific in composing poems, capturing the conflicts of modernity and tradition, the poet's style blended humor and critical insight, making a lasting impact on Vietnamese poetry. Themes of patriotism and social critique permeated the works.

Composed satirical poems on society

Critiqued colonialism and feudalism

Promoted Vietnamese cultural identity

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